Peugeot 208 GTi limited edition for Australia

Peugeot is marking the end of production of the current 208 GTi with a (very) limited edition of the hot hatch.

Only 20 of the Edition Definitive models will be offered Down Under, armed with a number of mechanical and visual upgrades to differentiate it from the standard GTi.

It gets a mechanical Torsen limited-slip differential to improve handling and grip and sits on a bespoke suspension set up, with unique spring and damper rates, wider front and rear tracks and a lower overall ride height.

It’s also the first Peugeot GTi model to get autonomous emergency braking as standard.

The exterior differs from the standard GTi with Pearl White paint, contrasting Matte Black finishes and Peugeot Sport badging on the C-pillar, while the interior has Peugeot Sport bucket seats and red Peugeot Sport-embroidered floor mats.

The Edition Definitive costs $33,990 drive-away.

Peugeot Australia managing director Anouk Poelmann said the car celebrates Peugeot’s history and is an apt send-off for the current 208 GTi.

Camera IconPeugeot 208 Edition Definitive.

“The 208 GTi Edition Definitive will become a collector’s vehicle, much like the 208 GTi 30th Anniversary and the 205 GTi model that paved the way for performance Peugeots almost 35 years ago,” she said.

“With its outstanding value as well as its mechanical, performance, safety and visual upgrades, we expect the 208 GTi Edition Definitive to be snapped up very quickly.”

There have been changes in pricing across the whole 208 line-up.

The standard GTI is now $29,990 drive-away, while other five-door 208 models - which will will continue to be offered - are also available with drive-away pricing: the entry level Active is now $22,990, the Allure is $24,990 and the GT Line $25,990.

Peugeot says these represent savings of between $2500 and $4700, depending on the model.